ERC to confirm Heineken Cup draw

European rugby’s governing body will confirm the draw for next season’s Heineken Cup later today.

ERC to confirm Heineken Cup draw
Thu, 13 Jun, 2002 - 12:15

European rugby’s governing body will confirm the draw for next season’s Heineken Cup later today.

According to leaked details of the draw, Munster will face Perpignan, Gloucester and Viadana in the opening stages.

Leinster will meet Bristol, Swansea and Montferrand, while Ulster were apparently drawn against Cardiff, Biarritz and Northampton.

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